Wounded Warrior Project, National Press Foundation Create Award to Recognize Journalists Reporting on Veterans

Journalism plays a vital role in American society. News stories have helped give a voice to America’s military veterans, shining a light on their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. In recent times, news media told the stories of veterans with rare cancers related to their exposure to toxins during military service, helping illustrate the need for the Honoring Our PACT Act to be passed in 2022.

Thoughtful reporting helps to inform and educate the American public.

That’s why Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) is collaborating with the National Press Foundation (NPF) to establish an award that recognizes journalists who demonstrate exceptional skill and dedication in reporting on veterans issues.  

“Quality journalism can illuminate the service and sacrifice of military veterans in America. Wounded Warrior Project wants to foster a deeper understanding of veterans needs and their contributions to society,” said Sherry Sanderford, director of Public Relations and Thought Leadership at WWP. “We are honored to team up with the National Press Foundation to establish the Wounded Warrior Project® Award for Excellence in Coverage of Veterans.”

Award Honors Outstanding Journalism – Apply by Sept. 30

• Two award winners will each receive a $5,000 prize.
• One award will go to a journalist at a large media outlet category.
• The other award will go to a journalist at a small or regional outlet category (averaging less than 15 million monthly visits to its website).
• The award is open to U.S.-based journalists working across all media formats, from print and digital to broadcast and podcasting.

Interested journalists can submit a variety of reporting, too, from in-depth investigative pieces on veterans issues to inspiring features on how veterans contribute to their communities – as long as they were published between Sept. 30, 2023, and Sept. 30, 2024, the final deadline for submission.

A panel of distinguished journalists and experts will judge the submissions based on their impact and creativity. Winners will be honored at NPF’s annual journalism awards dinner in Washington, DC.

Journalists can submit their work for consideration and find more information and entry guidelines on NPF’s website.

Contact: Julian Routh, Public Relations, jrouth@woundedwarriorproject.org, 904.544.0195

About Wounded Warrior Project®
Since 2003, Wounded Warrior Project^® (WWP) has been meeting the growing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers — helping them achieve their highest ambition. Learn more about Wounded Warrior Project®.